2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2620 mm |
