2005 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 6 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 613 kg more than 2005 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
