2001 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 295 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 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Infiniti | Buick |
| Model | QX4 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
