2000 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2000 Buick Regal and 2000 Skoda Superb 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 36 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Skoda Superb. 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Superb 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 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Regal | Superb |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |