2006 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 330 | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |