1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 13 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Skylark | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
