2001 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |