2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
