1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota RAV4. 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Levante | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |