1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 592 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 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Levante | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2946 mm |
