2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 322 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | S | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
