1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
