2010 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 817 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2010 Audi Q7 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. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi Q7 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
