2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 865 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
