2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Civic | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1633 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
