2001 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2353 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |