2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2002 Kia Towner

To start off, both 2002 Buick Cielo and 2002 Kia Towner were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Cielo (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Cielo weights approximately 344 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Cielo 2002 Kia Towner
Make Buick Kia
Model Cielo Towner
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1176 kg
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 1820 mm


 

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