2011 GMC Terrain vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 554 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Terrain | Laser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
