1999 Nissan Serena vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Serena. (403 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1956 mm |
