1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Serena | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
