2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | C | Regal |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
