2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2012 Buick Regal has manual transmission. 2012 Buick Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Impreza | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
