2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1717 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 30 L |
