2001 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 12 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 27 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 111 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Regal | Compass |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |