2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Laser weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2005 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Elise | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
