1998 Buick Signia vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 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 90 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Signia | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
