2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1560 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Expedition | 2002 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Laser |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2620 mm |