1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 507 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
