1998 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laser | Vito |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
