2004 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Serena |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |