2001 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 747 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
