2001 Dodge Neon 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 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Neon | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Neon | Regal |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2738 mm |