2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Buick Cielo. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 952 kg more than 2002 Buick Cielo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Cielo | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2472 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3580 mm |
