1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 362 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 Hyundai Azera. 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 Hyundai Azera (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Levante | Azera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 316 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 | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2779 mm |
