1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Serena | Avensis |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |