1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Levante | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Levante | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |