1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1359 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.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
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1997 Mazda Levante | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | Levante | Escalade |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3302 mm |