1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 25 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Levante | Borrego |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2900 mm |