2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
