1998 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 117 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | HR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |