2004 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 58 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Regal | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
