2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Serena |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |