1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 748 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 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | SRX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
