1998 Buick Signia vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Signia | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
