Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 113.7 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 193.4 in | -3.2 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 73.7 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 72.8 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 4531 lb. | -821 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.0 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.4 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 58.9 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 55.5 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -29.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -69.5 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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |