2006 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 519 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Titan | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |