2001 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
