1998 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 717 kg more than 1998 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |