1998 Buick Signia vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 126 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Signia | Commander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |