2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 250 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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 350 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
