2003 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 350 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
