2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
Model | Golf | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |