2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (187 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 948 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Q7 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1422 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 |