2004 Honda Element vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 849 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 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | Laputa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |