1998 Buick Signia vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 17 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 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Signia | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2838 mm |
