1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Serena | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Serena | RunX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1113 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |