2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 703 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A4 | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 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 | 930 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |