1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 444 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Levante | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1820 mm |
