1998 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 162 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
