2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
