2005 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 257 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2012 Buick Regal has manual transmission. 2012 Buick Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Freestar | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
