2003 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, both 2003 Ford Laser and 2003 Holden Zafira were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Laser | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Laser | Zafira |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |