2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | B | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
