2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 533 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Celica | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Celica | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
