2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
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 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Coupe | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Serena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
