1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Cielo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |