2002 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Buick Regal
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 2 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 6 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2000 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2780 mm |
