1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 7 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, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Cielo | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
