Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4900 |
1.3L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 110 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 106.3 in | 1.5 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 176.7 in | 13.5 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 69.0 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 56.5 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3665 lb. | 2904 lb. | 761 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 53.7 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.9 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 52.4 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 51.0 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 34.6 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 2.2 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 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |