2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
