2000 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Ford e-Ka
To start off, both 2000 Buick Regal and 2000 Ford e-Ka 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford e-Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 352 kg more than 2000 Ford e-Ka. 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford e-Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 2000 Ford e-Ka | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | e-Ka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
