2000 Nissan Laurel vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2000 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Laurel (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2000 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 2000 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Laurel | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Prius |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |