2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Serena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
