1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Cielo | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
