1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Levante | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |