2005 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2005 Ford Laser and 2005 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 681 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Laser | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
