2001 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Laser | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Laser | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |