1999 Nissan Serena vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 162 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (315 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Serena | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
