1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 560 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Levante | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2920 mm |
