1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 483 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford S-Max. 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, 2010 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford S-Max 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 | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Levante | S-Max |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |