1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 205 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, 2012 Audi A4, 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Serena | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Serena | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2809 mm |
