2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 737 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Express | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |