2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 696 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.
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 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Primera | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
