2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1994 Ford Laser | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Defender | Laser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |