2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2002 Buick Cielo and 2002 Mazda 2 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 163 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Cielo weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Cielo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1135 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
