2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser. 2004 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Laser | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Laser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |