2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 810 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa. 2006 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Laputa | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
