1998 Buick Signia vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 12 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 123 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Signia | Maxima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |