2012 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 527 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Regal | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |