1998 Buick Signia vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Forester 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) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Signia | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |