2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 634 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Sierra | Regal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 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 | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 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 | 129 L | 68 L |
