1998 Buick Signia vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Accord 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 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Signia | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
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 | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |