2000 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 545 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 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2004 Volvo V70 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. 2004 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Laser | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |