2000 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 1993 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Serena |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |