2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 930 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.
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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Five Hundred | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
