2003 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Laser | 2010 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Laser | Stream |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |