2013 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Buick Regal
When comparing the 2013 Ford Taurus's and the 2013 Buick Regal's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Ford Taurus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2013 Ford Taurus and 2013 Buick Regal have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Ford Taurus's and the 2013 Buick Regal's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Ford Taurus is a better car than the 2013 Buick Regal.
2013 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Buick Regal Pricing
A used 2013 Ford Taurus ranges from $5,990 to $16,908 while a used 2013 Buick Regal is priced between $6,500 to $15,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2013 Ford Taurus’s base engine makes 288 horsepower, and the 2013 Buick Regal base engine makes 182 horsepower. Both the Taurus and the Regal are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 551 and 490 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2013 Ford Taurus has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2013 Buick Regal has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2013 Ford Taurus has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5990 - 16908
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.526541
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6500 - 15999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Ford Taurus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.067283 / 10
Reliability:
8.101849 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Regal Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Taurus Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Buick Regal Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2013 Ford Taurus Trim Levels
Limited, Police Interceptor, SE, SEL, SHO
2013 Buick Regal Trim Levels
Base, GS, Premium 1, Premium 2, Premium 3
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 551 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 31 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
20.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Cargo Space:
11.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4015 lbs
Width:
85.7 inches
Height:
60.7 inches
Length:
202.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3600 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
107.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18