2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1635 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 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Sequoia | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sequoia | Laser |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2620 mm |