1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 975 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laputa | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 81 L |
