1998 Buick Signia vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1010 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia. 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Signia | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3099 mm |