2004 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon 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 103 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 297 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Regal | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
