1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2004 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Almera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Almera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Nissan Almera.
Because 1993 Nissan Serena 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 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Almera, 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, 2004 Nissan Almera (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2004 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Serena | Almera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
