2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 576 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laputa | A |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
