2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2002 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
