2001 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica 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 123 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Regal | Indica |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 Length | 4990 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |