2003 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2001 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
