1998 Buick Signia vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Signia | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2475 mm |
