2010 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 801 kg more than 2003 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 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2620 mm |
