2002 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 11 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 93 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 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Laser | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Laser | xD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
