1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Serena | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |