2001 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2000 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Laser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
