1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Cielo | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
