1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 17 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), 2012 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2012 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 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, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2012 Audi A7 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. 2012 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2012 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Serena | A7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| 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 | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2913 mm |
