Regal GS vs Maxima

Buick · Nissan

1/4 Mile winner

Maxima

Beats the Regal GS by 0.09s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Maxima beats the Regal GS by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Maxima thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

310 hp

300 hp

0–100 km/h

5.9s

5.8s

Top speed

240 km/h

Engine

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

400 Nm

354 Nm

Price

$42,000

$35,000

Simulated race times

Distance

Regal GS

Maxima

100 m

6.277s

6.229s

1/8 mile

9.266s

9.199s

1/4 mile

13.902s

13.808s

1 km

24.812s

24.674s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Maxima is $35,000 vs $42,000 for the Regal GS — a $7,000 gap. Power: Regal GS makes 10 hp more (310 vs 300). 0–100 km/h: Maxima is 0.10s quicker (5.9s vs 5.8s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Regal GS or the Maxima?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Maxima is faster, beating the Regal GS by 0.09 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Regal GS vs the Maxima?

The Regal GS hits 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, while the Maxima does it in 5.8 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Regal GS produces 310 hp; the Maxima produces 300 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Regal GS tops out at 240 km/h, and the Maxima reaches 240 km/h.

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