2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 439 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz.
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, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Serena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
