2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Corvette and 2005 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford Laser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Laser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |