2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 48 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
