1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cielo | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
