2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Voyager and 2004 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 925 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Ford Laser | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Voyager | Laser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |