2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Because 2004 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn Relay (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda Laputa | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | Laputa | Relay |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3050 mm |