2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
| Model | Outlander | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1508 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
