1998 Buick Signia vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Signia | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
