1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Cielo | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |