2012 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 2012 Buick Regal and 2012 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
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, both vehicles can yield 352 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Regal | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Avenger |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |