1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 95 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 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 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Serena | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Serena | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |