2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 2003 Ford Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Laser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |