1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 235 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Levante | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Levante | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |