1998 Buick Signia vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 1999 Toyota XYR is newer by 1 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 58 more horse power than 1999 Toyota XYR. (180 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota XYR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR. 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) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Signia | XYR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
