2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2730 mm |
