1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (154 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2000 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel. 2000 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2000 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
