1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 234 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Levante | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |