1998 Buick Signia vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 11 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 86 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 765 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Signia | Equator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
