2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 11 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena.
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, 2009 Dodge Challenger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena. 2009 Dodge Challenger 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. 2009 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
