2005 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 160 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Laser | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |