2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (249 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Highlander | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Highlander | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 30 L |
