2010 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 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 Toyota Corolla (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser. 2003 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2620 mm |
