2001 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 112 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Regal | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |