1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Levante | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Levante | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
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 | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |