2000 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 2 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1998 Buick Signia | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Signia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
