1999 Mazda Laputa vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Laputa | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Laputa | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 95 L |
