2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 2003 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Altis | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Altis | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
