2003 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
