2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Highlander | Regal |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |