2005 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2005 Ford Laser and 2005 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 436 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 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser. 2005 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Laser | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Laser | G6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |