2000 Ford Laser vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Laser | Korando |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |