2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Buick Cielo

To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 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 147 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Cielo weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 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 Alfa Romeo 156 2000 Buick Cielo
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model 156 Cielo
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 104 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 387 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2950 mm