2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2002 Rover 25

To start off, both 2002 Buick Cielo and 2002 Rover 25 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 155 more horse power than 2002 Rover 25. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Cielo weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Rover 25. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 25. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 25. 2002 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Cielo 2002 Rover 25
Make Buick Rover
Model Cielo 25
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 110 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1020 kg
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2510 mm


 

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