2006 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (270 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 552 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 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
