1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1995 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1995 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Levante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
