1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405, 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Serena | 405 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
