2000 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
When we compare the 2000 Buick Regal's and the 2000 Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the 2000 Buick Regal has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2000 Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2000 Buick Regal's and the 2000 Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the 2000 Volkswagen Passat is a better car than the 2000 Buick Regal.
2000 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat Pricing
A used 2000 Buick Regal ranges from $1,721 to $8,489 while a used 2000 Volkswagen Passat is priced between $850 to $4,849.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2000 Buick Regal’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2000 Volkswagen Passat base engine makes 150 horsepower. The Regal is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. This gives the 2000 Volkswagen Passat the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2000 Buick Regal. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2000 Volkswagen Passat has an average safety rating of 4.77 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1721 - 8489
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
850 - 4849
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479679
Buick Regal Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.048 / 10
Reliability:
7.704001 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Buick Regal Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2000 Buick Regal Trim Levels
GS, LS, LSE
2000 Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
GLS 1.8T, GLS V6, GLX V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.77 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
155 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
289 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3439 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3043 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available