2000 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
