1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 10 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 430 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Levante | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Levante | G |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |