1998 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 13 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 630 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 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Laser | LR2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |