1998 Buick Signia vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 402 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.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Signia | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
