1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Serena | 605 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
