2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, both 2001 Holden Zafira and 2001 Mazda Laputa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 714 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 2001 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Zafira | Laputa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |