2000 Mazda Laputa vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 605 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 2006 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Laputa | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 99 L |
