2001 Nissan Laurel vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Verona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,489 cc, 2006 Suzuki Verona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Verona.
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, 2006 Suzuki Verona, 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, 2006 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Laurel | 2006 Suzuki Verona | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Laurel | Verona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |