2002 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Camry. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Camry | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Camry | Regal |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
