2001 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
