2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 661 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 Cadillac SRX 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 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |