2004 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 149 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 268 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Regal | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
