2008 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 700 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
