2005 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal. 2005 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
