2003 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 960 kg more than 2003 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
