1998 Buick Signia vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 267 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Signia | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2774 mm |