2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 937 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
