2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (270 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Ram | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
