2001 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 270 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
