1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica, 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Serena | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Serena | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |