2000 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 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. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 251 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
