2000 Mazda Laputa vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Laputa | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
