2001 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Laser | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Laser | Yaris |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |