1998 Buick Signia vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Signia | X3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |