2004 Ford Laser vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 657 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Laser | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
