2006 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 8 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1998 Buick Signia | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | Signia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
