2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Caliber 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 24 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 267 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 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 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Caliber | Regal |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |