1998 Buick Signia vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 15 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, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 27 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2013 Infiniti G 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 2013 Infiniti G. 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti G has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti G 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.
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1998 Buick Signia | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Signia | G |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |