2006 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 51 L |
