1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Rondo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |