2007 BMW 118 vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 118 | Serena |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |