1998 Buick Signia vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Signia | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
