2000 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Mazda MPV 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MPV. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MPV 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 MPV | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | MPV |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |