2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2000 Buick Regal
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 3 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 234 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 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2000 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Centieme | Regal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
