1998 Buick Signia vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 13 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai H1. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Signia | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Signia | H1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |