2001 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Regal | Outlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |