2004 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 231 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laser | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
