2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (63 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 216 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 Smart ForFour (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Laputa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
