2000 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. 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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
