1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 915 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Levante | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
