2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1996 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 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 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 917 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 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1996 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 2240 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
