2001 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |