2000 Honda FCX vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 2001 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda FCX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Laurel.

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