1998 Buick Signia vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Signia | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |