1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 584 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Serena | Routan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3078 mm |
