2000 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
