2000 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 241 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
