1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 38 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2004 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Serena | 325 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |