2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1858 kg more than 2001 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
