1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 1999 Buick Cielo and 1999 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1999 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1999 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Cielo 1999 Jeep Wrangler
Make Buick Jeep
Model Cielo Wrangler
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 2463 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1790 mm


 

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