2001 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Honda That
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Honda That. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2002 Honda That | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | That |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
