2000 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Regal 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
