2012 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Buick Regal and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 268 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Regal | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5660 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |