1998 Buick Signia vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 132 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Signia | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
