1998 Buick Signia vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. 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 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Signia | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
