2000 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2000 Buick Regal and 2000 Opel Corsa 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 109 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 504 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Regal | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Regal | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |