1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Baja |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |