2004 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 240 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 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Laser | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
