1998 Buick Signia vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Signia | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
