2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 63 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Intrepid | Regal |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2738 mm |