2005 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 347 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Isuzu | Buick |
Model | Trooper | Regal |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2738 mm |