2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 600 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Serena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
