1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena.

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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2012 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Nissan Serena 2012 Infiniti EX
Make Nissan Infiniti
Model Serena EX
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2283 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2799 mm


 

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