2003 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Regal | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
