2003 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 70 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.
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 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Pride Wagon | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Pride Wagon | Laputa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |