2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
