2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 117 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Silverado | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |