2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 890 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
