2004 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 730 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 2011 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Antara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
