2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 650 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (226 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laputa | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
