2001 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 5 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, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 313 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.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 2006 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2737 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
