2001 Ford Laser vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 148 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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.4 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 | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
