1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 16 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1138 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Serena | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4326 mm |