1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Cielo | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |