2002 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 202 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2002 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Laser | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | HR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 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 | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |