1998 Buick Signia vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari 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 103 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 2004 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Signia | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |