2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Buick Cielo. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Cielo weights approximately 794 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Cielo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| 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 | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3370 mm |
