2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | Laputa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 30 L |