1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
