2001 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Laser | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Laser | V50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |