2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Laser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |