1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 217 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |