1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 960 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 Kia Carnival. 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Levante | Carnival |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |