2002 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |