2004 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2004 Ford Laser and 2004 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 43 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Laser weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Getz. 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 Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Laser | 2004 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Laser | Getz |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |