1998 Buick Signia vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Signia | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Signia | V |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |