2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda 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:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Panda | Regal |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |