2003 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Laser | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Laser | TT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |