2006 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | F-350 | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |