2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Mazda Laputa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Laputa | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Laputa | Tracer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |