1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 13 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 438 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 2011 Acura RDX. 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Levante | RDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2649 mm |
