1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 9 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 410 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 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Levante | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |