2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Sprinter | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2730 mm |