1998 Buick Signia vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Signia | Quest |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
