The car specs indicate a relatively aerodynamic vehicle with a drag coefficient of 0.46, suggesting efficient airflow around the body.
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Drag Coefficient Cd
0.46
Body & Dimensions
The Buick Regal is a mid-size sedan with a sleek design, comfortable seating for 5 passengers, and a spacious interior. It has a length of 195.98 inches, width of 71.1 inches, and a height of 55.39 inches. The wheelbase is 108.11 inches, and the front and rear tracks are 58.5 inches and 57.72 inches, respectively. The minimum turning circle is 41.99 feet.
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4978 mm 195.98 in.
Width
1806 mm 71.1 in.
Height
1407 mm 55.39 in.
Wheelbase
2746 mm 108.11 in.
Front Track
1486 mm 58.5 in.
Rear Track
1466 mm 57.72 in.
Min Turning Circle
12.8 m 41.99 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Opel Regal is a diesel-powered car with impressive fuel efficiency. It consumes 9.4 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas, 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers on the highway, and 8.1 liters per 100 kilometers combined. This makes it an excellent choice for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.4 l/100 km 25.02 US mpg 30.05 UK mpg 10.64 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.1 l/100 km 29.04 US mpg 34.87 UK mpg 12.35 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The 2005 Buick Regal is a mid-size sedan with a 3.4L V6 engine producing 86 horsepower and 224 Nm of torque. It features a rear-wheel drive layout and a 3-speed automatic transmission. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 22.5. The car has a fuel injection system and a V-engine configuration.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
86 Hp @ 3600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
20 Hp/l
Torque
224 Nm @ 1600 rpm. 165.21 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
LT6
Engine Displacement
4302 cm3 262.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
103 mm 4.06 in.
Piston Stroke
86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio
22.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
6.6 l 6.97 US qt | 5.81 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-40 / API CF 10W-30 / API CF (<-8 C°)
Coolant
14 l 14.79 US qt | 12.32 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
3 gears, automatic transmission Hydramatic
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Suspension De-Dion
Brakes
The Regal car model features ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, with a cone worm steering system and 185/75 R14 tires on 14-inch wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Tires Size
185/75 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The Buick Regal is a mid-size luxury sedan with a curb weight of 1580 kg (3483.3 lbs) and a fuel tank capacity of 68 liters (17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal). It has a minimum trunk boot space of 459 liters (16.21 cu. ft.).
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Weight To Power Ratio
18.4 kg/Hp, 54.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.1 kg/Nm, 141.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1580 kg 3483.3 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
459 l 16.21 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
68 l 17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Buick - Regal II Sedan
The Buick Regal has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.
The length of the Buick Regal is 195.98 inches.
The minimum turning circle of the Buick Regal is 41.99 feet.
The drag coefficient measures how much air resistance an object encounters while moving through it. A lower coefficient indicates better aerodynamic efficiency.
A lower drag coefficient allows for faster acceleration, better fuel efficiency, and increased top speed.
Other factors such as engine power, weight, and tire grip also play a role in determining a car's performance capabilities.
The Opel Regal consumes 9.4 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas.
The Opel Regal consumes 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers on the highway.
The Opel Regal consumes 8.1 liters per 100 kilometers combined.
The 2005 Buick Regal has a 3.4L V6 engine.
The 2005 Buick Regal has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The 2005 Buick Regal has a diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) fuel injection system.
Ventilated discs
185/75 R14
14 inches
The fuel economy of the Buick Regal varies by trim level and engine option, but it ranges from 22-30 mpg in the city and 30-36 mpg on the highway.
The Buick Regal has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Buick Regal is available in several trim levels, including the base model, Sportback, GS, and Avenir.
The weight-to-power ratio is 18.4 kg/Hp, 54.4 Hp/tonne.
The weight-to-torque ratio is 7.1 kg/Nm, 141.8 Nm/tonne.
The minimum trunk boot space is 459 liters (16.21 cu. ft.).
