2001 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Berlina | Regal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2738 mm |
