1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 16 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 587 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Serena | Rexton |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |