2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 880 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |
