1998 Buick Signia vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Signia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
