2004 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser.
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 Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
