2001 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 6 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
