1999 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 376 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Serena | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1737 mm |
