1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Dion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |