2000 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2000 Buick Regal and 2000 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C2 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 | 2000 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | C2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 41 L |