2004 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 5 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 320 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laser | B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
