2008 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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, 2008 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 360 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Serena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
