1999 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster 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, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Regal | Roadster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |