2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Buick Signia | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LaCrosse | Signia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
