2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1999 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Laurel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |