1998 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 11 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 270 kg more 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, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laser | B |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
