2000 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Buick Cielo

To start off, both 2000 Acura Integra and 2000 Buick Cielo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Cielo (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Cielo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura Integra 2000 Buick Cielo
Make Acura Buick
Model Integra Cielo
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 223 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 387 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2950 mm


 

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