2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Cielo (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (410 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Cielo | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2410 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
