2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Quest | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
