1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1527 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 108 L |