2011 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 262 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick Regal | 2012 Lexus RX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Regal | RX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |