2003 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Laser weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
