2000 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 540 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Laser | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
