1999 Nissan Serena vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 5 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 125 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 902 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Serena | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Serena | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 403 Nm | 58 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |