2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac XLR 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 2001 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | XLR | Regal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
