2009 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
