1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Cielo | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |