2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2004 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa. 2004 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2004 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Avanza | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
