2000 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2009 Ford Fusion
Make Buick Ford
Model Regal Fusion
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 66 L


 

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