2000 Ford Laser vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 892 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 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2012 Acura ZDX 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. 2012 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Laser | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
