2007 Nissan Tiida vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Laurel (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2000 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida. 2000 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Tiida will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Tiida | 2000 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Tiida | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
