2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Cielo | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
