2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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. Both 2002 Buick Cielo and 2013 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2002 Buick Cielo. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 144 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Cielo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1664 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
