2003 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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2003 Buick Regal | 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |