2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |