2002 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Laurel would be higher. Both 2002 Nissan Laurel and 2005 Suzuki Reno are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2002 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Laurel | Reno |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
