1998 Buick Signia vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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 40 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Signia | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |