1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Cielo | Avalon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1486 mm |