2005 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Ford Laser

To start off, both 2005 Honda Accord and 2005 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 386 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Accord 2005 Ford Laser
Make Honda Ford
Model Accord Laser
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 145 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1501 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2620 mm


 

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