1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Laurel | Fusion |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |