2001 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 499 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sequoia | Laser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
