2005 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
