2009 Lexus LS vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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 2009 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LS | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
