2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 478 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Serena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
