2004 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 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. Both 2004 Ford Laser and 2011 Dacia Duster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Laser | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Laser | Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |