1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 13 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Serena | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Serena | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2479 mm |
