2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 318 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | Serena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
