2007 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Serena |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |