2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 705 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laputa | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
