1998 Ford Laser vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1320 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.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Laser | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
