1998 Buick Signia vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Signia | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |