2011 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avensis. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick Regal | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Avensis |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |