2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2011 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 9 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Cielo weights approximately 178 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Cielo 2011 Nissan Juke
Make Buick Nissan
Model Cielo Juke
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 240 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1342 kg
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2530 mm


 

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