1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 12 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Serena | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Serena | Vue |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |