2001 Buick Regal vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 11 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 57 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 363 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Regal | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
