1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1145 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Levante | Armada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3140 mm |