1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1997 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.

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, 1997 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota 4Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mazda Levante 1997 Toyota 4Runner
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Levante 4Runner
Year Released 1998 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 139 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm


 

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