2001 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic 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 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
