2004 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
