2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Mazda Laputa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
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2004 Mazda Laputa | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Laputa | Samurai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |