1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Serena | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
