1998 Buick Signia vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Signia | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
