2006 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 13 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 75 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Serena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
