2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Polo and 2005 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser.
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 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2005 Ford Laser | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Polo | Laser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |