1998 Buick Signia vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Signia | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
