1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Serena | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Serena | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |