1998 Buick Signia vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento 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 46 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Signia | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 294 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |