2000 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (136 HP @ 2600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Regal | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1735 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |