1998 Buick Signia vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 15 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) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Signia | A3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |