2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Magnum | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
