2001 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 361 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.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | XC60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |