1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Serena | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Serena | Touran |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |