2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 713 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 2005 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
