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Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Ford Flex | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 117.9 in | -10.1 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 202.3 in | -12.1 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 75.9 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 67.6 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1129 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.8 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.4 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.4 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.8 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 40.5 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 57.1 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 55.0 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 44.3 in | -7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -39.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 45.0 ft3 | -30.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -72.5 ft3 |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |