1998 Buick Signia vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 85 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Signia | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
