1998 Buick Signia vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 131 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Signia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
