1998 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 325 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.
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 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Almera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
