1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 806.
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, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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, 1996 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Serena | 806 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
