2001 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2002 Kia Pregio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Regal 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 116 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pregio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pregio. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Pregio 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 | 2002 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Regal | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
