1996 Mazda Levante vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mazda Levante | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Levante | 220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |