2004 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato 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. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Laser weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Laser | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3460 mm |
