1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 29 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |