2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 685 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Laputa | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
