2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2002 Mazda Laputa and 2002 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 2002 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Laputa | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Mazda | Daewoo |
Model | Laputa | Kalos |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |