2005 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 188 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Laser | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
