2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 6 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Allroad | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
