1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Lexus LX
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX is newer by 7 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2003 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Skylark | LX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
