2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Cielo (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 164 kg more than 2002 Buick Cielo.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Cielo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1684 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3250 mm |
