1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 32 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |