1998 Buick Signia vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Signia | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |