1998 Buick Signia vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Signia | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
