2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 1035 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Laputa | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
