1998 Buick Signia vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 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, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Signia | 607 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2720 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 | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
