2003 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Laser weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
