2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 980 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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 2004 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Laputa | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Laputa | Soarer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |