2000 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 7 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, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Proton Gen (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2007 Proton Gen 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. 2007 Proton Gen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Laser | Gen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
