1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 12 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Cielo | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
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 | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1669 mm |