2000 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 2000 Opel Omega 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 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Omega | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Opel | Buick |
Model | Omega | Regal |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |