2000 Buick Regal vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Regal | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Envoy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |