2009 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 389 kg more than 1996 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | M | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |