1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 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 93 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cielo | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
