1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 680 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 2012 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Levante | SRX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2807 mm |
