2001 Ford Laser vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 306 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
