2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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. Both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C and 1993 Nissan Serena are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Serena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
