1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Cielo | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1775 mm |
