1994 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 358 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1631 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
