2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 735 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caliber | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 30 L |
