1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 15 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 98 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |