2012 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit 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, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 488 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Fit 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 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Fit |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
