2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1425 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laputa | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 83 L |
