2000 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 55 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 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Laurel | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2651 mm |