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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 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 | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3940 mm |
