2008 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 138 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 Jaguar XF 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 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Jaguar | Buick |
| Model | XF | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
