1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1117 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Skylark | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
