2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
