2001 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Regal | Evora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
