2002 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 918 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Laser | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2033 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |