1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Laputa | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
