1998 Buick Signia vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 102 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 2004 Chrysler 300 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 2004 Chrysler 300. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Signia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3060 mm |
