1998 Buick Signia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 67 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Signia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
