2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2000 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 Buick Cielo | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Cielo | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
