1998 Buick Signia vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 869 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Signia | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
