2004 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 877 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Laser | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |