1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | Laurel | EX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |