2006 Toyota Tazz vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser.
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, 2000 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 2000 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tazz | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tazz | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
