1999 Nissan Serena vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 98 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
