1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 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. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Levante | V70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |