1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Levante | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Levante | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |