1995 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1995 Nissan Serena

To start off, both 1995 Chrysler Cirrus and 1995 Nissan Serena were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 183 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus.

Because 1995 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus, 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, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus (221 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 1995 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chrysler Cirrus 1995 Nissan Serena
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Cirrus Serena
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2283 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4350 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1327 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2740 mm


 

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