1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 401 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 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Nissan Serena | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Serena | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2748 mm |