1999 Nissan Serena vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, both 1999 Nissan Serena and 1999 Acura RL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 17 kg more than 1999 Acura RL.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Serena | RL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
