2000 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 185 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laser | A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
