1998 Buick Signia vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Signia | Relay |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |
