2003 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 10 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, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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2003 Buick Regal | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |