2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa

To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 1 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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1925 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 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Avanti Studebaker 2002 Mazda Laputa
Make Avanti Mazda
Model Studebaker Laputa
Year Released 2003 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5952 cc 657 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2675 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3410 mm 2370 mm