2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Serena |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2740 mm |