Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 130.0 in | -22.2 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 221.3 in | -31.1 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 79.1 in | -6 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 76.6 in | -18.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 5842 lb. | -2132 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -13 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.1 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 65.3 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 64.4 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 40.0 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 65.2 in | -10.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 62.3 in | -10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.1 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -31.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -86.9 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 |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |