2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 873 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2002 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Laurel |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |