2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Aurora | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
