2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
