2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Phaeton | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
