2001 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Nissan AXY

To start off, both 2001 Ford Laser and 2001 Nissan AXY were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan AXY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan AXY (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan AXY should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan AXY weights approximately 645 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 Nissan AXY (314 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan AXY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Laser 2001 Nissan AXY
Make Ford Nissan
Model Laser AXY
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 314 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2540 mm


 

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