2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 600 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 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Laputa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
