2003 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
