2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 657 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Fiesta | Regal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
