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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 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. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 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 | 1597 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1530 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 |