2001 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 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 | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
