2000 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 859 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
