2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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 3,554 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 499 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 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | SRX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3554 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
