2002 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Laser | 2005 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Laser | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
