2006 Honda Element vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 11 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 657 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Serena |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |