1999 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Chrysler LHS
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 69 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2000 Chrysler LHS | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Regal | LHS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |