1998 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 9 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 845 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 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | Element |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |