2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 2000 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
