2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | Sonata | Regal |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |