1998 Buick Signia vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 20 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Signia | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
