2012 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Regal | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
