2005 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 5 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.
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, 2005 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Laser | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
