2006 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
