2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 900 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
