1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 217 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Murano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |