2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1996 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 9 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 492 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 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1996 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | RS6 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
