1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1355 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 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
