2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 673 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Vamos | Regal |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |