2005 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | B4000 | Regal |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4029 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |