1998 Buick Signia vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest 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 73 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Signia | Quest |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
