1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. 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 82 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Cielo | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
