2009 BMW 135 vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 135 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
