2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena. 2008 Kia Sportage 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. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Serena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
