2000 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. 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, 2000 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Micra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
