2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 30 L |
