1999 Nissan Serena vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2700 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 | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
