2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 2002 Ford Laser | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Laser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2620 mm |