1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. Both 1998 Mazda Levante and 2001 Nissan Maxima are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Levante | Maxima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |