2000 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2008 Ford Expedition 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. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
