2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 12 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 595 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
