2001 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 855 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.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Laser | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |