1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Levante | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3040 mm |
