2000 Ford Laser vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 900 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Laser | Rexton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |