2003 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 840 kg more than 2003 Buick Regal.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2001 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
