1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 12 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 386 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 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
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1996 Mazda Levante | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Levante | Sonata |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |