1999 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (454 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Durango |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
