2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Laser would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLS | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
