1998 Buick Signia vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 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 66 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Signia | Vue |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |