2002 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Laser | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
