1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 2010 Honda Fit. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Levante | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2499 mm |