1999 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 291 kg more than 1999 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
