2000 Nissan Laurel vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Laurel (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 461 kg more than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Laurel | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Laurel | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
