2012 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 563 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Regal | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Regal | SC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2610 mm |
