2001 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 9 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 255 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Journey |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |