2003 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Regal | Verada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |