2005 MG TF vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
