2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Drifter | Serena |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1596 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |