2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 439 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 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Serena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
