2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Tucson | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
