1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 300 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.
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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Levante | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2616 mm |