1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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. Both 1998 Mazda Levante and 2012 BMW X3 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 530 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Levante | X3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
