1998 Buick Signia vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 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 100 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Signia | Carens |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
