2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Buick Cielo. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 490 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.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Cielo | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
