1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 37 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Skylark | Alero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
