2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laputa | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
