1998 Buick Signia vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 603 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Signia | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3580 mm |
