2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Laputa | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
Model | Laputa | Charade |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 36 L |