2004 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1201 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Laser | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Titan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |