2000 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2001 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Laser | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |