2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 11 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 520 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 1993 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
