Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 220 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@2000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 118.9 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 205.0 in | -14.8 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 78.4 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 70.4 in | -12 in |
Curb Weight | 3671 lb. | 4790 lb. | -1119 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 62.0 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.1 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.4 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 61.3 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 57.8 in | -5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 68.8 ft3 | -54.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 116.4 ft3 | -102.2 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
2010 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |