2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Transit Connect | Serena |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |