1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 11 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 494 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Serena | Kyron |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |