1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 733 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Skylark | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
