2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Buick Cielo. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 371 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.
Because 2009 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Cielo | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Cielo | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1891 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3009 mm |