2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 925 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
