1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2006 Porsche 911 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. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Serena | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |