2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2002 Mazda Laputa and 2002 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 460 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 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Laputa | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Laputa | 306 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |