2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 10 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 951 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | LR3 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
