Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Acura MDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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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 | 108.3 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 191.6 in | -1.4 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 78.5 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 68.2 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 4550 lb. | -840 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 61.6 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.0 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.2 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 61.5 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 59.1 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -29.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.1 | 42.9 ft3 | -31.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.1 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -72.4 ft3 |
2013 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Both the Regal and 200 have much less rear seat room than the average midsize sedan. Adults up to about six feet in height will fit, but with little room to spare. see full Buick Regal review |
2013 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 |
2013 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 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |