2000 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 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. Both 2000 Ford Laser and 2004 Kia Cerato are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Cerato |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |