1998 Buick Signia vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 696 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 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Signia | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
