1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 300 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 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Levante | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2738 mm |
