1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 224 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Serena | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
