1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
