2000 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 80 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 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Laurel | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |