1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2001 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2001 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Nissan | Samsung |
Model | Laurel | SM5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |