2001 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Regal | 300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |