1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 11 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. Both 1998 Mazda Levante and 2009 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 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 2009 BMW 318. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Levante | 318 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
