1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 6 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 87 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Levante | Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
