2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 299 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
