1996 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 1993 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
