2000 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Regal | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |