2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Ford Laser

To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 220 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 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser. 2005 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 2005 Ford Laser
Make Audi Ford
Model A3 Laser
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 81.3 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm


 

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