2004 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 11 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 293 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Serena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
