2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Buick Cielo. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Cielo weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Cielo | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3610 mm |
