2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Blackhawk | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
