2010 Buick Enclave vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1023 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.
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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Enclave | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
