1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda 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.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | Panda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |