1999 Mazda Laputa vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 880 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda Laputa 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Laputa C
Year Released 1999 2009
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 658 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.4 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 66 L


 

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