1998 Buick Signia vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 1998 Buick Signia and 1998 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.

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