2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Buick Cielo (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 164 kg more than 2002 Buick Cielo.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Cielo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1684 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
