1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Cielo | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
