2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 30 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.
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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Quest | Serena |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |