1998 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 808 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |