1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Cielo | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |