1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, both 1999 Buick Cielo and 1999 Lexus RX 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) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Lexus RX. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus RX.
Because 1999 Lexus RX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lexus RX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (301 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Cielo | RX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
