2004 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laser | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
