2012 BMW X1 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X1 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
