2003 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
