2005 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 709 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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Laser | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
