1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 7 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Serena | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
