2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2005 Ford Laser | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Touareg | Laser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |