2011 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1213 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Durango 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 2011 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Laser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2620 mm |
