2012 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Regal | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
