2003 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
