2002 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Laser | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Laser | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3002 mm |
