2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2002 Mazda Laputa and 2002 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 765 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.

Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mazda Laputa 2002 Nissan X-Trail
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Laputa X-Trail
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 657 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 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.4 mm 80.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 60 L


 

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