2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 908 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Rexton | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
