2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2000 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Cielo | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
