2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 261 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Levante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
