2004 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Laser | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Laser | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |