2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Elantra | Serena |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |