2005 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Regal | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | G6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |