2007 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser. 2001 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 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 | 1230 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
