1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |