2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
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 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Impala | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
