1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 575 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Levante | Venza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2775 mm |