2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
