2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | Laputa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 30 L |