2001 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1105 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Laser | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Carnival |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |